Supervisor-Maintenance Job in Downer, New Zealand

Job Description

Downer Network Services work with some of New Zealand’s largest asset owners and energy providers to maintain their critical networks and assets across the country. Our whole-of-life approach creates positive outcomes for all New Zealanders as we help to reduce carbon emissions, optimize energy, and build a better Aotearoa. There are more than 600 of us in the Network Services team and we are committed to being kaitiaki – guardians of New Zealand’s future.

About the role:

We have an exciting opportunity to grow your career as a Supervisor within our team based in our Wiri depot. You will be leading a highly skilled team of Line Mechanics, Electricians and other field crew providing services including construction, maintenance, and fault diagnosis/rectification working on the Streetlighting and Distribution networks across the Auckland region. You will have proven ability to monitor performance, motivate your team to deliver within timeframes and budgets with a focus on quality and safety. Demonstrating natural leadership skills, you will enjoy coaching team members and become a valued mentor to assist your people in their career development and to deliver results for our customers.

Important Skills

As a proven leader, highly experienced in the Streetlighting or Distribution sector, you will quickly gain the respect of your crews and credibility with our clients. Your will be able to demonstrate your ability to communicate technical information and maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

It is essential that you are an experienced Electrician or equivalent with knowledge of the power industry and can offer:

• Relevant Electrical Registration and current Practicing license
• A minimum of five years’ experience including high voltage and overhead work with experience leading crews.
• Be highly organized, and able to plan works.
• A strong commitment to safety including sound knowledge of the Safety Manual Electricity Industry (SMEI) and Safe Practices for Low Voltage Electrical Work

How to apply

• If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application!
• Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.
• We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone – all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team